Part 1 -

1. Explain

a. the clustering concept as it has been defined in chapter 8 but in your own words.

b. the reasons for clustering of competitors. Provide 2 examples.

c. the reasons for clustering of non-competitors. Provide 2 examples.

2. Explain the locational break-even analysis in your own words.

Part 2 -

1. Explain how you would develop layout of an office. Explain what factors or trends you will consider in your layout plan for an office. You might assume any activity that you choose in that office space, but your answer must be based on the material presented in chapter 9 of the textbook.

2. Explain how you would develop layout of a warehouse. Explain what factors or trends you will consider in your layout plan for a warehouse. You might assume any activity that you choose in that warehouse, but your answer must be based on the material presented in chapter 9 of the textbook.

There is no word count. A paragraph to 2 paragraphs for each question should be enough.

Assignment Files -

https://www.dropbox.com/s/emsw060i9zfif4v/Location%20and%20Layout%20Strategies%20-%20Assignment%20Files.rar?dl=0